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FV53 HRG

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 57,124 miles on the clock, averaging 2,322 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for FV53 HRG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
57,124
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
2,322

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading57,124 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,322
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV53 HRG 13k24k35k46k57k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage57,124 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,124 miles
Since last MOT+1,338 miles
PASS
Mileage55,786 miles
Since last MOT+365 miles
PASS
Mileage55,421 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,417 miles
Since last MOT+1,391 miles
PASS
Mileage54,026 miles
Since last MOT+1,550 miles
PASS
Mileage52,476 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,476 miles
Since last MOT+1,720 miles
PASS
Mileage50,756 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,756 miles
Since last MOT+1,468 miles
PASS
Mileage49,288 miles
Since last MOT+3,739 miles
PASS
Mileage45,549 miles
Since last MOT+2,726 miles
PASS
Mileage42,823 miles
Since last MOT+2,258 miles
PASS
Mileage40,565 miles
Since last MOT+2,589 miles
PASS
Mileage37,976 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,979 miles
Since last MOT+2,758 miles
PASS
Mileage35,221 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,221 miles
Since last MOT+1,976 miles
PASS
Mileage33,245 miles
Since last MOT+1,803 miles
PASS
Mileage31,442 miles
Since last MOT+2,304 miles
PASS
Mileage29,138 miles
Since last MOT+2,923 miles
PASS
Mileage26,215 miles
Since last MOT+2,944 miles
PASS
Mileage23,271 miles
Since last MOT+3,863 miles
PASS
Mileage19,408 miles
Since last MOT+3,162 miles
PASS
Mileage16,246 miles
Since last MOT+3,287 miles
PASS
Mileage12,959 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage12,959 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2002–2008), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Coolant thermostat housing (plastic outlet on cylinder head)

Plastic housing cracks or warps, O-ring seal fails, releasing fragments into cooling system.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 HRG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FV53 HRG

What car is FV53 HRG?

FV53 HRG is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.

What is the mileage of FV53 HRG?

The last recorded mileage for FV53 HRG was 57,124 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV53 HRG passed its MOT?

FV53 HRG has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2025.

Is FV53 HRG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV53 HRG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FV53 HRG?

FV53 HRG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.